The Perfume Library

Figuier / Fig

7.0

Heeley

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Heeley Figuier / Fig is a fresh, green unisex scent with a soft fruity sweetness that suits spring and summer days. It has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Feminine leads the character votes, with masculine not far behind, so it is claimed from both sides. The top holds rhubarb and grass, the heart white tea, melon and fig leaf. The base has white musk, hay and white cedar. Green and fresh accords lead, melon and fig leaf bring the fruity sweetness, and hay and cedar dry it down with a calm, woody finish.

12th of Oct. 1492

7.4

Rundholz Parfums · 2023

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Rundholz Parfums 12th of Oct. 1492 is a unisex scent that sets fruity sweetness against spice, smoke and leather, and suits the evenings of cooler seasons. It opens with rhubarb, apple, peach and mango, sharpened by pink pepper, ginger and cinnamon. Jasmine and iris form a floral middle. The base turns sweet with vanilla, amber and sugar, then settles into a smoky, resinous depth of oud, leather and frankincense. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is worn for evenings, nights out and leisure time. Masculine and feminine votes sit fairly close, which puts it on the unisex side. Liquides Imaginaires Lunatique and Laboratorio Olfattivo Amberbomb have a close profile.

Safina

6.6

Rasasi

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rasasi Safina is a fresh, floral and green unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for leisure and the office; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and name leisure, daily wear and business as the occasions it suits. Feminine is the most common character vote, though masculine gets a fair share too. Rhubarb, bergamot, lemon and green notes open it crisp and citrusy. Jasmine, rose, iris and ylang-ylang soften the heart into something floral. In the base, patchouli, moss, sandalwood and castoreum settle into a woody, faintly animal chypre feel. Chanel 31 Rue Cambon and Jean Couturier Coriandre have a close profile.

Prakt

8.1

Svensk Parfym · 2017

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Svensk Parfym Prakt is a fresh, green unisex scent built on apple, rhubarb and damp soil, and it suits spring and summer days best. Prakt has good longevity and projection. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear and leisure, with business a close third. It reads neither clearly feminine nor masculine, as the votes spread across both. The scent as a whole is fresh and green. Apple and apple tree give it a fruity sweetness, while blackcurrant leaf and gooseberry pull that sweetness towards a sharp, green edge. Rhubarb and berries keep the fruit going, and damp soil with a rain accord adds a cool, earthy air. A woody undertone stays in the background.

Ambre

8.0

Esteban · 2007

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Esteban Ambre is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though some wear it for daytime and leisure too. Votes lean feminine, but a fair number call it masculine. It opens with rhubarb, nutmeg and pink pepper, a fruity spice. The heart holds hawthorn, freesia and patchouli. As it dries, vanilla, amber and sandalwood settle into a sweet, woody, powdery warmth, with gourmand and resinous shades in the accords. Hermès L'Ambre des Merveilles and Histoires de Parfums Ambre 114 have a close profile.

Ombrella Crash

7.0

Jacques Zolty · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jacques Zolty Ombrella Crash is a fresh, aquatic and fruity unisex scent that opens with rhubarb, kiwi and pink pepper and moves into watermelon and marine notes. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some voters also choosing it for the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. The largest share of voters finds it feminine, though a fair number call it masculine. Rhubarb, kiwi and pink pepper give a bright start. In the heart, cyclamen and jasmine add a soft floral touch, while watermelon sweetness, coral and marine notes keep it watery. Sandalwood, musk and lemon tree leave it calm and clean at the base. Dolce & Gabbana L'Impératrice and Ajmal Blu have a close profile.

Delilah

7.4

Maison Alhambra

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Alhambra Delilah is a feminine floral that sets a heart of Turkish rose, peony and lily against fresh lychee and bergamot. It opens fresh and fruity with bergamot, lychee and rhubarb. The heart is led by Turkish rose, peony and lily, with a powdery, creamy softness running through the florals. In the base, cashmeran, white musk and vanilla sweeten the scent and settle it onto a soft ground. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Most voters find it feminine. Its profile is close to Parfums de Marly Delina and Monet's Palette Master x Master.

Danger Parfum Cologne

7.9

Roja Parfums · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roja Parfums Danger Parfum Cologne is a fougère for men that sets a fresh opening of lemon, lavender and bergamot against the warmth of vanilla, leather and oakmoss. It opens with the bright, citrusy freshness of lemon, lavender, bergamot and tarragon. In the heart, Grasse jasmine, violet and lily of the valley add a soft floral layer. The base rests on vetiver, cedarwood, patchouli and clove, a woody, spicy ground that vanilla and tonka bean sweeten, while leather and oakmoss give it depth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter and summer further behind. Business, daily wear and leisure lead, though evenings and nights out also suit it. Voters mostly find its character masculine and classic. Roja Parfums Danger pour Homme and The Dua Brand Lethal have a close profile.

Powdered Veil

7.1

Miller Harris · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Miller Harris Powdered Veil is a powdery, floral and sweet unisex scent, built on vanilla with a creamy warmth of musk and sandalwood. It opens with rhubarb, geranium and pink pepper, while orchid and floral notes lead the heart. In the base, bourbon vanilla absolute, musk, patchouli and New Caledonian sandalwood form a soft, woody, creamy ground. Sweetness dominates and the spice stays in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards leisure, business and daily wear. Close to half of voters read it as feminine, yet as a unisex scent it sits comfortably on anyone. Houbigant La Belle Saison and Initio Rehab have a close profile.

Flash0021

5.6

Perfume.Sucks · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Perfume.Sucks Flash0021 is a unisex scent that suits fall and winter days, leisure time and evenings out, leaning sweet and spicy. Most voters recommend fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It is picked most often for leisure and nights out. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Votes for masculine and feminine are split evenly, so it pulls neither way. It opens with Sichuan pepper, popcorn and truffle. In the heart, rhubarb, heliotrope and rosewood bring a floral, fruity softness. Sandalwood, musk and amber form a sweet, woody base. The gourmand and synthetic accords give it an unusual, playful feel.

Tennis Green

7.0

The Nose Behind · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

The Nose Behind Tennis Green is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits warm spring and summer days. The top is led by bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon, with mint and basil adding a green coolness. In the heart, jasmine, saffron and nutmeg bring a soft touch of spice. The base settles on vetiver, cedarwood and musk. Aquatic, green and fruity tones dominate the accords. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and sport are the occasions named most often. It leans a little more masculine, though many also call it modern. Kenzo Kenzo Homme and Creed Himalaya share a close profile.

Rhubarb

7.6

Perfumer H · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Perfumer H Rhubarb is a fresh, green unisex scent in which citrus and rhubarb lead. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office are the occasions named most often. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Votes split almost evenly between masculine and feminine. Sicilian lemon, rhubarb and red fruits set a bright, fruity side. Rosemary and juniper wood add a green, spicy edge, which Turkish rose water and Tunisian orange blossom absolute soften. Atlas cedar and Haitian vetiver give it a woody base.

Away Weekend Woman

7.2

Abercrombie & Fitch · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Abercrombie & Fitch Away Weekend Woman is a fresh, green women's fragrance that softens citrus and aquatic touches with light sweetness, leaning towards easy daily wear. It opens with rhubarb, white tea and fig leaf, a crisp green start. French lavender, clary sage and jasmine form the heart, and in the dry-down ambroxan, musk and tonka bean settle it onto a creamy, lightly sweet base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office are its main occasions. Voters mostly call it feminine, followed by modern. Bentley Momentum and Maison Francis Kurkdjian Petit Matin have a close profile.

Isola Snow

7.2

Roja Parfums · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roja Parfums Isola Snow is a unisex scent that opens cool and fresh, setting citrus, flowers and wood against a powdery background. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter and autumn a little behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and the character votes for masculine, modern and feminine sit close together, so it does not lean clearly to one gender. It begins with bergamot, peppermint and snow, while rose, lily of the valley and pear add a soft floral and fruity heart. In the base, orris root, sandalwood and musk sweeten it into a woody, powdery finish. The Dua Brand Snow Island and La Rive Pearl Woman have a close profile.

Hero

7.9

Boadicea the Victorious · 2016

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Boadicea the Victorious Hero is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. It opens with rhubarb, saffron, coffee and hazelnut, with ylang-ylang adding a soft floral edge. The heart is led by rose, Virginia tobacco, sandalwood and patchouli, while tonka bean deepens the sweetness. The base settles into a resinous, woody and earthy ground of Indian oud, fir balsam, cistus and Siam benzoin. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. It leans masculine, though a fair share of voters find it feminine. Une Nuit Nomade Suma Oriental and Tauer Perfumes Sundowner have a close profile.

Le Parfum d'Alice

7.7

Nejma · 2015

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Nejma Le Parfum d'Alice is a fruity floral for women that sets pink grapefruit and blackcurrant against a heart of peony and Turkish rose absolute. It opens bright and lightly spicy with pink grapefruit, pink pepper, rhubarb and blackcurrant. The heart turns floral with peony, rose and orange blossom, while blackcurrant absolute keeps the fruit going. The base of cognac barrel, Haitian vetiver and labdanum adds a sweet, woody, oriental warmth. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Season votes are spread evenly, with spring and fall slightly ahead, and leisure, evenings and nights out are the occasions mentioned most. Most voters find it feminine. Phuong Dang The Calling and Harry Lehmann Bahia have a close profile.

Aqua di Roma Uomo (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Laura Biagiotti · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Laura Biagiotti Aqua di Roma Uomo Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall trailing behind. It is suggested for leisure, daily wear and the office, while night and evening get a small share. Most voters read it as masculine. It has been discontinued. It opens with rhubarb, watermelon, mint and grapefruit, a cool, fruity and green start, with cassia adding a faint extra note. In the heart, spices and pepper sharpen the freshness a little. The base of woody notes, amber and oakmoss softens it into a calm woodiness. Chanel Allure Homme Sport Cologne Sport and Czech & Speake Citrus Paradisi have a close profile.

August/7th/2088

7.2

Rundholz Parfums · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rundholz Parfums August/7th/2088 is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer, for leisure and the office. It opens with grapefruit, rhubarb and pear, while marine notes and herbs add a cool, green edge. In the heart, iris, jasmine and orchid bring a soft floral touch. Musk, sandalwood, vanilla and cocoa sweeten the base and settle it on a woody footing. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Spring and summer lead the votes, fall follows, and winter comes last. Voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine, which suits its unisex character. Kiton Napoli and Clinique Calyx have a close profile.

Le Pamplemousse

7.9

Miller Harris · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Miller Harris Le Pamplemousse is a unisex scent that sets a fresh opening of grapefruit, rhubarb and melon over a woody base of vetiver, cedar and oakmoss; it suits spring and summer and has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn not far behind. Leisure, daily wear and office are the most chosen settings, while evenings out rarely come up. Voters lean slightly masculine, though a sizeable share call it feminine, so it sits comfortably in between. The opening is green and fruity, with citrus, rhubarb and melon in front. In the heart, orange blossom, rosemary and sage add a spicy, herbal edge. The base of vetiver, cedar and oakmoss dries it down to a woody finish. Sospiro Basso and Tom Ford Grey Vetiver have a close profile.

Adieu Sagesse (2014)

7.7

Jean Patou · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jean Patou Adieu Sagesse opens with narcissus, bergamot and neroli and moves into gardenia and tuberose, a fresh, floral scent for women. Adieu Sagesse has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. It reads feminine and classic. The top notes are narcissus, bergamot, rhubarb, lily of the valley and neroli, giving a citrusy, green and fresh start. In the heart, gardenia and tuberose build a creamy floral body, with a touch of sweetness and powder alongside. Musk in the base closes it on a soft footing. Guerlain Jardins de Bagatelle and Memo Paris Corfu have a close profile.

Italian Vetiver

7.2

Brooklyn Soap Company · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Brooklyn Soap Company Italian Vetiver is a fresh, green unisex scent that sets a woody base of vetiver and cedarwood against black pepper, neroli and basil. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, with winter the least chosen. Leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Voters mostly read it as masculine, followed by classic. It opens with black pepper, Sicilian neroli and rhubarb, a citrus-spicy freshness. In the heart, basil, clary sage and nutmeg add a green, aromatic edge. The base rests on vetiver, cedarwood and gaiac wood, softened by musk and tonka bean.

Mediterranean Neroli (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Mediterranean Neroli Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrus-led men's scent built on neroli, bergamot and lemon with spearmint and rosemary; it has been discontinued. It opens with spearmint, bergamot, lemon, ginger and petitgrain. In the heart, neroli, jasmine and lavender add a soft floral touch, while rhubarb, rosemary and cypress lend a green, slightly fruity tone. The base settles on moss, musk and sandalwood for a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named occasions. It reads mostly masculine, with some calling it modern or classic. Acqua di Parma Acqua Nobile Gelsomino and Truefitt & Hill Mayfair have a close profile.

Gilded Lily

6.9

Ineke · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ineke Gilded Lily is a fresh, green floral chypre built around Lilium auratum with grapefruit, pineapple and oakmoss, made for women and now discontinued. Most voters read it as feminine, and they lean towards spring and fall, for daily wear and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable without filling a room. The top opens fruity and bright with grapefruit, pineapple, elemi resin and rhubarb. Lilium auratum carries the floral heart, and oakmoss, labdanum and patchouli settle the base into a resinous chypre. Mugler Chyprissime and Penhaligon's Belgravia Chypre have a close profile.

Azzaro pour Homme Night Time

6.7

Azzaro · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity